I just moved out of a house that I rented and the movers put some marks on the wall. I tried doing some touch ups but the paint color that I used was wrong. (I went to Home Depot with a sample I got from the room.) The landlord is telling me it's wrong and I have agreed to repaint over it but the landlord can't tell me what the correct color of the wall is. He is now wanting me to pay $3000 to repaint the walls. Not only does this sound excessive, what are my rights? I agreed to repaint the wall but I don't know what color I am supposed to use and the landlord won't tell me.
2006-12-13 06:40:10 · 10 answers · asked by Blitz 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
All depends on your lease and the state you are in. Every lease is different and every state has different laws. Call you local City Hall to find out what department handles rental issues, They can let you know.
If you can prove that the movers did it, they could be reponsible too, but since you painted over it, they may not be anymore. . .
2006-12-13 06:49:18 · answer #1 · answered by Love Shepherd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are missing a major point in your discussions with the landlord.
Paint, like carpet, has a life and the maint. and replacement of that painting is factored into the landlords overhead which, in turn, is part of your rent.
Most interior paint should have a life of about 7 to 10 years before it needs to be repainted anyway. If you lived their, say 6 years, then you should only have to pay that portion of the cost which was not enjoyed by the landlord.
SOOOO.... with that said.
You and your land lord need to agree on the color and maybe the brand of the paint. Then simply paint the walls.
BUT.. he also has the right to do the work and charge you for it if you are no longer in control of the unit. He also has to re-rent the unit and loses money for any delays which you cause (which he can charge you for).
So.....start getting this correspondence in writing because it sounds like you are not going to agree within a reasonable time. If that happens he will paint it and simply sue you for the costs.
$3k for a typical apartment sounds high but you have not described what needs to be painted... maybe you have that townhouse in upper manhatten.
good luck
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2006-12-13 06:54:38 · answer #2 · answered by ca_surveyor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you need to make your landlord prove why $3000 is the cost of the paint job. Second you can pay someone to repaint the room only if the owner of the property approves. If he refuses to provide you with the color of paint and is not reasonable let him take you to court. The burden of proof is on his back. Once you show the court you made an effort they will rule in your favor.
2006-12-13 06:50:20 · answer #3 · answered by JAMES H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the movers did it, and either admitted it or you can prove it, the moving company should pay for the repainting.
The cost is excessive...you should be able to get fair estimates from other painters.
Or, you can simply let the landlord keep your deposit and take off, that's what the security deposit is for and I don't believe he can get anything more out of you.
2006-12-13 06:49:04 · answer #4 · answered by Captain Jack 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What the landlord is wanting is enough that I would consult a Real Estate Attorney for suggestions. Maybe you could spend a little with the Attorney and then save by getting by cheaper with the paint job...
2006-12-13 08:09:25 · answer #5 · answered by Scott 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Specific laws depend on your state, but generally, normal wear and tear is expected in an apartment. Marks on the wall would fall under this category.
You went out of your way to try to repair it; the landlord is out of line. Contact your local tenant rights group for specifics to your state.
2006-12-13 06:48:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
GEt three quotes from painters within your area to see what needs to be done.
$3000 is excessive. For $3000 you can paint a two story home with three bedrooms including the bathrooms.
2006-12-13 06:47:27 · answer #7 · answered by arus.geo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look up your states Landlord Tenant law. You are allowed reasonable wear and tear, and the landlord may want to keep any deposit... He can't legally. You can ignore him, forfeit your deposit, or file a complaint if you want your deposit back... The landlord is on very shaky legal ground. Landlords love to make up their own version of the law...
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